[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H3400]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





      FORT THOMAS HIGH SCHOOL BOYS' BASKETBALL WINS 1A STATE TITLE

  (Mr. Ciscomani of Arizona was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Fort 
Thomas High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2026 1A State 
championship.
  The Apaches won their first title since 2020 with a score of 77-45 in 
the championship game. Nearly 10,000 fans were in attendance to cheer 
on Fort Thomas, making their victory that much sweeter.
  Senior Damarae Dosela led the team, scoring 26 points, including 
three consecutive three-pointers at the end of the third quarter. His 
performance earned him the championship's MVP vote.
  With this victory, the Apaches took home their 13th State title. 
Coach Matthew Dona, having led the team to this year's championship 
title, was named the Boys' 1A Conference Coach of the Year.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Coach Dona, the whole team, and everyone 
who made this win possible. Their hard work has made their school and 
our community very proud. I hope the Apaches enjoy their victory. They 
earned it. Here is to another successful season and many, many more.


         Pima High School Boys' Basketball Wins 2A State Title

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Pima 
High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2026 2A State 
championship title. The Roughriders took home the State title in a 40-
29 victory over North Valley Christian, thanks to an incredible 
defense.
  This victory marks the second State championship title the 
Roughriders have taken home in the last three seasons, after winning in 
2023, as well, and their 12th overall.
  Senior Keegan Corona scored 16 points, helping secure the win for 
Pima. Corona was also named the 2A East Region Offensive Player of the 
Year.
  This victory caps off a 21-year career for Coach Cliff Thompson, with 
an impressive 475-173 record. This puts Thompson at 17th overall in 
Arizona history.
  I congratulate Coach Cliff Thompson, the whole team, and everyone who 
made this win possible. Their hard work has made their school and our 
community very proud.
  Roughriders, enjoy your victory. You have earned it. Here is to 
another successful season and many, many more.


      Palo Verde High School Boys' Basketball Wins 3A State Title

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Palo 
Verde High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2026 3A State 
championship title.
  The Titans made school history with this victory, taking home their 
first basketball State championship in school history. They earned the 
title with a score of 52-41 against Coolidge High School.
  Junior Rashad Ortiz led the team with 19 points and was chosen as MVP 
for the 3A State tournament.

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  This amazing win comes after the Titans reached the 3A championship 
just last year.
  Coach Anthony Smith has led the team since 2021, coaching the Titans 
to a State championship, a State runner-up, and a 96-40 record.
  I congratulate Coach Smith, the whole team, and everyone who made 
this history-making win possible. Your hard work has made your school 
and our community very proud. May the Titans enjoy their victory. They 
have earned it.
  Here is to another successful season and many, many more.

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